SDG 16: Peace Justice & Strong Institutions
An emotional story behind Professor Zainal Arifin Mochtar’s inauguration, as he fulfills a lifelong promise to his late father at UGM.
UGM expert warns that regional elections via local councils could weaken democracy and limit political opportunities for youth and ordinary citizens.
Kagama’s Central Board inaugurates 47 new regional leaders in West Sulawesi, reinforcing alumni collaboration for regional development.
UGM inaugurates Professor Zainal Arifin Mochtar, who warns of rising conservatism and authoritarianism weakening independent state institutions.
Indonesia ranks second most disaster-prone globally. A UGM expert urges stronger community preparedness and greater investment in mitigation efforts.
UGM Nuclear Engineering student wins an international Grand Prize at the Youth Multimedia Arts Competition in Bangkok, promoting a nuclear-free world.
UGM and the North Maluku Provincial Government formalize cooperation to strengthen human resources through education, research, and community service.
A UGM gender studies scholar warns against the spread of AI-generated fake sexual content, calling for collective awareness to curb digital violence.
A UGM geology expert explains that a sinkhole in West Sumatra was triggered by geological conditions and heavy rainfall linked to Cyclone Senyar.
UGM inaugurates 193 new officials and hands over 110 appointment decrees to prospective permanent lecturers, strengthening leadership and academic capacity.
UGM doctoral research finds that debtor character and business behavior play a decisive role in repayment performance of unsecured microcredit schemes.
UGM sends student volunteers to Aceh to support post-disaster education rehabilitation through the Fisipol Mengajar community service program.
UGM and the Kulon Progo Regency Government discuss plans to develop Nyi Ageng Serang Hospital as a strategic healthcare hub in western Yogyakarta.
France partners with GIK UGM to advance the France–Indonesia Innovation 2026 program, strengthening collaboration in innovation, talent, and creative industries.
UGM public policy expert warns that allowing active police officers to hold civil positions threatens democratic principles, civil governance, and reform progress.
Kagama Tennis secures second place at the 2025 Inter-University Alumni Tennis Tournament, highlighting teamwork, sportsmanship, and alumni solidarity.
Maternal mental health is crucial in parenting as many mothers balance caregiving and public roles amid social change, says a UGM psychologist.
A total of 100 high school student council presidents from across Indonesia gathered at UGM for Nusantara Future Leaders 2025 to strengthen youth leadership.
Following floods in Sumatra, a UGM forestry academic urges reforms to address overlapping plantation and mining permits to strengthen forest governance.
UGM reaffirms its commitment to a healthy campus as a pillar of self-reliance, research excellence, and national resilience on its 76th anniversary.
A UGM public policy expert warns that the frequent absence of regional heads from their regions weakens leadership ethics and undermines government effectiveness.
UGM experts highlight the potential of maggot as a sustainable protein source for animal feed while supporting integrated waste management solutions.
UGM’s Center for Tourism Studies supports East Barito Regency in drafting a regional cultural policy document to strengthen heritage protection.
UGM’s Patriot Expedition Team evaluates the Muting transmigration area to support sustainable, inclusive development in South Papua.
UGM 24-Hour Clinic and Korpagama launch the Priority Clinic Card, offering priority health services and added benefits for members.
A UGM doctoral student conducts visiting research at the University of Miyazaki, Japan, under the PKPI program to strengthen international publications.
UGM’s Health Promoting University receives an award from the Sleman Regency Government for its leadership in implementing a healthy campus.
UGM organized the 2025 Anti-Drug Ambassador Selection to promote drug prevention awareness and foster a healthy, safe campus environment.
UGM establishes seven interdisciplinary working groups to accelerate hydrometeorological disaster response and long-term recovery in Sumatra.
UGM alumnus Paksi Raras Alit preserves Javanese script and culture through the JAWACANA Community, promoting inclusive cultural literacy.

